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Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder'
Also Known As
- Silver Feather Maiden Hair Grass
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like
size
- H: 6'-8'
- W: 4'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder' plant details
Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder' is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue and green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder'
- Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue and green
- Mature size: 4 FT wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, clumping, container plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: clay and rich
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Gardening facts about Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder' plant
How to Grow Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - occasional
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- cream
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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- even moisture
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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Zones
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Size
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